9-Day Spain Road Trip from Santander traveling west to Oviedo, León, Madrid, and Logroño

Your road trip adventure in Spain begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Santander. You’ll stay in Santander for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Santander has many popular destinations you can explore.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Santander, Cadelo Restaurante. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 855 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Santander is Restaurante Los Peñucas. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,136 customers.

Locals recommend Bodega del Riojano as one of the best restaurants in the city of Santander. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,195 customers.

Santander also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Santander is La Magnolia. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Santander is Little Bobby. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Spain!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Santander has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Santander by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Santander. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the town of Santander, like the extraordinary Llamas Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,849 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Santander is the spectacular Parque de Mataleñas. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,724 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Centro Botin. This art museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,508 visitors. Up to 111,096 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Paseo Marítimo de Santander is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This top-tier point of interest is a popular destination among visitors in Santander. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,078 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Museo Marítimo del Cantábrico. Museo Marítimo del Cantábrico is a maritime museum and popular attraction in Santander. More than 6,771 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Santander does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Santander on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Spain, be sure to eat at La Bombi, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Santander. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,500 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Santander is the popular La Magnolia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, La Barruca de Calderón is one of the best bars in the city of Santander for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,014 customers.

Bar Abel (Chelo y Quique) is another of the most popular bars in the city of Santander. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,300 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Santander!

Day 3 of your road trip through Spain gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Santander and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Oviedo. You will stay in Oviedo for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Santander is the amazing Jardín Botánico Atlántico. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,379 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible labor universities, Universidad Laboral de Gijón. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,743 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Santander is the outstanding San Lorenzo Beach. This popular beach and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,583 visitors.

The spectacular Begoña Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,212 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Elogio del horizonte. This attraction is a popular sculpture that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,387 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Santander by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Spain. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Oviedo, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Casa Fermín, one of the best restaurants in the city of Oviedo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 671 customers.

After dinner, visit Per Se Café, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Oviedo. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,642 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Finca Sidrería Agrobar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,955 customers.

Alternatively, Mala Saña is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Oviedo. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,642 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Spain!

You still have 1 night left in Oviedo.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Sanctuary of Covadonga. This incredible attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,049 visitors.

Roman bridge in Cangas de Onis is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,965 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Mirador del Fito. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,162 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Jurassic Museum of Asturias. This fossil museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,827 visitors. Each year, approximately 1,000,000 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Santander.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Spain to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Oviedo.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Oviedo, like La Finca Sidrería Agrobar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,955 customers.

Restaurante La Tagliatella | Oviedo / Uviéu is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Oviedo. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

Locals enjoy Ca' Suso, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Oviedo. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 703 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Oviedo, L'Esperteyu Pub - Cervecería. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 778 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Pulpería Cares. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 764 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Spain!

You’ll stay in Leon for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Santander today is El Fontán Square. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,309 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Mafalda statue, an outstanding monument, in the city of Santander. Around 7,537 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Santander is Santa María del Naranjo. This amazing attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,703 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Spain, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Spain. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Picos de Europa National Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,850 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Leon.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Leon, Restaurante Asiático - Kamado Asian Food. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,620 customers.

Locals recommend Casa Mando as one of the best restaurants in the city of Leon. Casa Mando is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,288 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Leon is Clandestino Gastrobar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,610 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Leon, Taxman Beatles Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Four Lions Brewery. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,507 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Spain with a toast!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Santander. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Madrid. You’ll stay in Madrid for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Santander’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Santander, start your day with a visit to the amazing León Cathedra. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 30,058 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Basilica of San Isidoro. This collegiate church and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,015 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Casa de los Botines to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Casa de los Botines is a building that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,594 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Santander has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Madrid. Madrid offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Salmon Guru. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,802 reviews.

The remarkable Coque is another top restaurant in Madrid we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous El Social is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Madrid, the fantastic El miniBAR. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Areia. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Day 7 of your road trip through Spain gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Santander and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Logrono. You will stay in Logrono for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Santander is the amazing Main Square. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 152,388 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible art museum, Museo del Prado. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 98,929 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Museo del Prado welcomes around 3,497,345 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Santander is the outstanding El Retiro Park. This popular urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 162,386 visitors.

The spectacular Santiago Bernabéu Stadium is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating association football venue and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 120,158 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Santander by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Spain. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Logrono, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante Ikaro | Cocina personal | Logroño, one of the best restaurants in the city of Logrono. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 682 customers.

Locals also recommend Torres Gastrobar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Logrono. Torres Gastrobar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 848 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Logrono is Txebiko Cachetero. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

After dinner, visit Restaurante Tastavin, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Logrono. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 528 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurante Taberna Herrerías. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 576 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Spain!

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Logroño and embark on a scenic drive to Santander, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Logroño and Bilbao before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Logroño. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parque de la Ribera, Logroño. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,347 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Co-cathedral of Santa María de la Redonda. This attraction, a beloved catholic cathedral, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,610 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Logroño is the stunning La Laurel. This bar and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,694 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Santander and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Bilbao has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Zubizuri. This attraction is a footbridge that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 10,295 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Guggenheim Museum. This museum building and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 64,815 reviews. This site welcomes approximately 530,967 yearly visitors.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Doña Casilda Iturrizar park. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 visitors.

The lovely Federiko Moiua enparantza is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,235 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Bilbao, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Santander. When you arrive in Santander you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurante Posada Del Mar. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 993 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante la Mayor, another of the best restaurants in Santander. Restaurante la Mayor is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 921 customers.

After dinner, visit Cantabria Restaurant to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Santander, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,226 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurante Matices Santander. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Restaurante Matices Santander has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 609 customers.

Daría is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 409 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Spain, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 9 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Santander before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Plaza Porticada is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Santander. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,395 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Santander and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Spain.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Santander at La Chulilla before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 850 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurante Gele for your last chance at a meal in the city of Santander. The Restaurante Gele restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Restaurante Agua Salada. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 640 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Santander. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Spain!